Fan Free Clinic’s Client Support & Mental Health Services Department works with clients to empower them to secure resources such as substance abuse services, safe and affordable housing, and medical treatment. Clients work to develop a plan that will allow them to meet their goals and tackle barriers one by one.

Available services include:

• Coordination of access to medical, social, educational, legal, dental, employment and other community services
• Assistance accessing social security, unemployment, Medicaid, Food Stamps or other public assistance programs
• Mental health counseling & support groups
• Social activities such as a monthly bingo night
• Transportation assistance for medical appointments
• Assistance identifying and securing housing
• Complementary therapies (e.g., acupuncture, reflexology)
• Housing stabilization assistance (HOPWA)
• Referrals to job training and money management services
• Food pantry and nutrition services
• Education specifically targeted toward people living with HIV/AIDS, including medications adherence counseling
• Referrals to infectious disease and general medical providers, substance use/abuse services, clothing and household furnishings